1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1963 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1963 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1963 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 250 GTO | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1510 mm |
