1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1963 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
Model | Cutlass | 500D |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1850 mm |