1990 BMW 525 vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 865 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
