1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 17 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 694 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 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 125 F1 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3130 mm |
