1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 611 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
Because 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 125 F1 | Focus |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2649 mm |