1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (298 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 F1 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
