2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1963 Steyr 650T. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Ferrari | Steyr |
| Model | F430 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |
