1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1974 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 285 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 | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 125 F1 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
