1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1958 Steyr 500

To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1419 kg more than 1958 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 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Dodge Monaco 1958 Steyr 500
Make Dodge Steyr
Model Monaco 500
Year Released 1967 1958
Engine Size 6292 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 16 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1864 kg 445 kg
Vehicle Length 5590 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 1850 mm