1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 31 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 860 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 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 625 F1 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
