1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina
To start off, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is newer by 17 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina weights approximately 195 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 | 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 125 F1 | Lotus Cortina |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
