1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 10 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 563 kg more than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 125 F1 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
