1965 AC 427 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1965 AC 427 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 917 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | AC | Steyr |
Model | 427 | 500D |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |