2006 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 52 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1055 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:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
