1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 62 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 785 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. 2010 BMW 325 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. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 125 F1 | 325 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |