1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 59 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lotus Exige weights approximately 206 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 | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 125 F1 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
