1992 BMW 525 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 43 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 850 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:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1030 mm |
