1992 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 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. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 865 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:
| 1992 BMW M3 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
