1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 246 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
