1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Checker Aerobus. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Checker Aerobus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1695 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.
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1971 Checker Aerobus | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Checker | Ferrari |
Model | Aerobus | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2170 mm |