1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 456 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1950 mm |
