1961 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, both 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 and 1961 Steyr 500 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
Model | DBR2 | 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |