1961 Steyr 500 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 1017 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.
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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 500 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Steyr | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 488 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
