1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1963 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1963 Lotus Seven 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 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Lotus Seven. 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 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 125 F1 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2240 mm |
