1954 Ferrari 625 F1 vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 1964 Steyr 500 is newer by 10 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 228 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 625 F1 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 489 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |
