1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 39 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 710 kg more than 1949 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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1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Pantera | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |