1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 51 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 553 F1 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
