1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 13 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 315 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:
| 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GTO | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
