1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 553 F1 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
