2004 BMW 525 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 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. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 525 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 553 F1 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |