1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 787 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.
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1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 125 F1 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |