1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1971 Volvo 164 is newer by 23 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 650 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 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 125 F1 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
