1977 BMW 728 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 23 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 936 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:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 728 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2170 mm |
