1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 10 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 790 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 125 F1 | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
