1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 51 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 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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 | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 125 F1 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
