1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 330 is newer by 13 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 785 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 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
