1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1542 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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1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | DeVille | 625 F1 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |