1967 Steyr 500 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Steyr 500 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Steyr | Audi |
Model | 500 | A6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 489 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |