1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 30 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 625 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 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 625 F1 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
