1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1962 Steyr 500D

To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 930 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Mondial 1962 Steyr 500D
Make Ferrari Steyr
Model Mondial 500D
Year Released 1986 1962
Engine Size 3186 cc 489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 267 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 1850 mm


 

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