1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 586 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:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
