1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. (256 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 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:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
