2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 47 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Beaulieu | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
