1961 Steyr 500 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Steyr 500 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 500 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1961 2008
Engine Size 488 cc 4477 cc
Horse Power 19 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 480 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2860 mm


 

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