1984 Ford GT vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1984 Ford GT is newer by 24 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 644 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1850 mm |
