2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. (346 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 546 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |