1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1968 Honda S800 is newer by 18 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 160 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Honda S800 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
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 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 125 F1 | S800 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |