1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 810 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.
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1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 625 F1 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |