1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1989 Ferrari F1 89
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 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 85 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
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.
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1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1989 Ferrari F1 89 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 625 F1 | F1 89 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 593 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 12500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |