1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1964 Steyr 500

To start off, 1967 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Austin 3-Litre 1964 Steyr 500
Make Austin Steyr
Model 3-Litre 500
Year Released 1967 1964
Engine Size 2910 cc 489 cc
Horse Power 120 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1524 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 1850 mm


 

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