1971 BMW 3 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 22 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
