1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 43 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 770 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 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 625 F1 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
