2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | 360 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 489 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
