1967 Steyr 500 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1123 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.

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, 2010 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Steyr 500 2010 Ford Mustang
Make Steyr Ford
Model 500 Mustang
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Size 489 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 480 kg 1603 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1425 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2720 mm


 

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