1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 F1 | 180 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
