1949 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 63 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1232 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 has manual transmission. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 125 F1 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3032 mm |
