1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1950 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. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 has manual transmission. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | LeSabre | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2170 mm |
