1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 660 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:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 75 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
