1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 54 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ferrari | Rover |
Model | 125 F1 | 75 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |