1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1981 Porsche 944 is newer by 27 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 102 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 745 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 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 625 F1 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
