1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1951 Ferrari 212 is newer by 3 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 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Ferrari 212. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ferrari 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 290 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 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
