2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1960 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |