1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 56 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 639 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 125 F1 | Passat |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |