1965 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 3 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 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1635 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Sixty | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Cadillac | Steyr |
| Model | Sixty | 500D |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 1850 mm |
