1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 America is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 375 America weights approximately 445 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1954 Ferrari 375 America | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | 375 America |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
