1990 BMW 730 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 41 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1949 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 730 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2170 mm |
