2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1964 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1964 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 550 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1510 mm |
