1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1962 Steyr 700C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 700C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 641 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 | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1950 mm |