1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 365 GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1850 mm |
