1948 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 64 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 125 F1 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2968 mm |
