1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Toyota Corona is newer by 21 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 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 235 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 | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 125 F1 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
