1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1960 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 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1971 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | GT 40 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1850 mm |
