1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 736 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 | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 125 F1 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
