1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1967 Steyr 650T is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 650T |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |