1962 Steyr 500D vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D.

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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Steyr 500D 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Steyr Toyota
Model 500D Tundra
Year Released 1962 2007
Engine Size 489 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3710 mm


 

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