1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 35 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1120 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 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
