1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 49 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 750 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.
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1998 BMW Z3 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z3 | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |