1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1975 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 312 is newer by 21 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 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 312 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 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 625 F1 | 1975 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 625 F1 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
