1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 20 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1005 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:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Skylark | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2170 mm |
