1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 795 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 125 F1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
