1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 264 weights approximately 850 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 | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 625 F1 | 264 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
