1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 36 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 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:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 412 GT | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
