1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 21 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (71 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | G-series |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
