1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1967 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1967 Ferrari Dino is newer by 18 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 330 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 | 1967 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
