1983 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D.
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, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Firebird | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
| Model | Firebird | 500D |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
