1959 BMW 700 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1959 BMW 700 is newer by 5 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 208 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 700 weights approximately 30 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 700 | 625 F1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2170 mm |