1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 195 more horse power than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 260 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.
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1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1959 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 625 F1 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |