1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1965 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 550 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1510 mm |
