1962 Steyr 500D vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Steyr 500D | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Steyr | Audi |
Model | 500D | Q5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2807 mm |