1977 Holden GTS vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 989 kg more than 1960 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Holden | Steyr |
Model | GTS | 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |