1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 250 GT | 650T |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
