1959 Steyr 500D vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Steyr 500D | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Steyr | Suzuki |
| Model | 500D | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
