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


 

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