1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 27 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 655 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 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
