1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 34 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, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
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 | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 625 F1 | F1 88 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
