1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 53 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 825 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 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 625 F1 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |