1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 41 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
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 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 625 F1 | 968 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |