1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 830 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 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 625 F1 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 625 F1 | SC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
