1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 63 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 741 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 125 F1 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2685 mm |