2006 BMW M3 vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 839 kg more than 1948 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.
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2006 BMW M3 | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |