2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 55 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 760 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
