2008 BMW 320 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 54 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 86 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 890 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. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
