2009 BMW 120 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 60 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 730 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:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
