1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 26 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 94 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 705 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 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 625 F1 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
