1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 25 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 640 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. 1975 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 125 F1 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
