1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 17 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 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 140 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2400 mm |
