1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1961 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | F40 | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |