1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Camaro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
