1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 40 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 340 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.
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1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 125 F1 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2870 mm |