1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 57 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 92 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 785 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. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 625 F1 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
