1967 Steyr 500 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1662 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 1967 Steyr 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500. 2010 GMC Acadia 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. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Steyr 500 2010 GMC Acadia
Make Steyr GMC
Model 500 Acadia
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Size 489 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 480 kg 2142 kg
Vehicle Length 2970 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 3020 mm


 

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