2009 BMW 330 vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1949 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:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
