1963 Steyr 500D vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 2015 kg more than 1963 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 500D | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Steyr | Bentley |
| Model | 500D | Continental |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 489 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2746 mm |
