1970 Buick GS vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 1970 Buick GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1964 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | GS | 500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 489 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |