1975 BMW 315 vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 27 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 300 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:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 315 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
