1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred

To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 51 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.

Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Ferrari 625 F1 2005 Ford Five Hundred
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 625 F1 Five Hundred
Year Released 1954 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2498 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 203 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 600 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1030 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2760 mm


 

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