1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 36 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 412 GT | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |