1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | 230.4 | 500D |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1850 mm |