1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 61 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 256 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 125 F1 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3490 mm |
