1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 504 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 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 625 F1 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
