1960 Steyr 500 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 624 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.

Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1960 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Steyr 500 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 500 Sequoia
Year Released 1960 2007
Engine Size 489 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 274 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 486 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3010 mm


 

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