1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 47 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 400 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 | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 625 F1 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |