1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 61 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), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 675 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 125 F1 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| 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 | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
