1980 Buick Estate vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1

To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 30 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 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 1160 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. 1980 Buick Estate 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. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Estate 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
Make Buick Ferrari
Model Estate 125 F1
Year Released 1980 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4931 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 7000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2170 mm


 

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