1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1950 Ferrari 195
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 195 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 195 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 195. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 195. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 195 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1950 Ferrari 195 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 195 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
