1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 25 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1086 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:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | Diplomat | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
