1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 49 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 180 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 80 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 has manual transmission. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 125 F1 | Life |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
