1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 28 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 245 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 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 125 F1 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
