1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 24 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1005 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:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2170 mm |
