1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1950 Rover P4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 125 F1 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
