1964 BMW 700 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1964 BMW 700 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. 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:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2170 mm |
