1979 BMW 633 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1979 BMW 633 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 870 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 BMW 633 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 633 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
