2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
