1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 40 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 870 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 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 625 F1 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
