1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is newer by 3 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 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia weights approximately 330 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
