1962 Steyr 500D vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 50 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1827 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 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Steyr 500D | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500D | T5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
