1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 58 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 836 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
Because 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 625 F1 | Passat |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2712 mm |