1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 14 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 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 625 F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
