1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1959 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | 400 | 500D |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |