2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1948 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1040 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1948 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |
