1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1948 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:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
