1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | F355 | 700C |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 41 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1950 mm |