1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 390 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 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 F1 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
