2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. (247 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1165 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.
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2009 Ferrari 599 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 599 | 625 F1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |