1992 BMW 525 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 38 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. Both 1992 BMW 525 and 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 are equipped with a 2,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 960 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:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 525 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1030 mm |
