1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 830 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 125 F1 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
