1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 765 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. 2004 BMW 318 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. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 125 F1 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
