1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 9 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 F1 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
