1954 Ferrari 250 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250. 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 250 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 120 L |
