1990 BMW 850 vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 1080 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 850 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
