1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1245 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 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 625 F1 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2968 mm |
