1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1950 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 42 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 990 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:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
