1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 61 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1597 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 125 F1 | T5 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |