2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 44 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 849 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | F-450 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 489 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 1850 mm |
