1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 62 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 125 F1 | A8 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2992 mm |