1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 50 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 860 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.
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1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 125 F1 | C 112 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |