1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1965 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | 308 | 500D |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |