1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 930 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 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 625 F1 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
