1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 51 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 800 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2001 Mercury Sable 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. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 125 F1 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
