1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 27 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 450 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.
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1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 125 F1 | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |