1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | 300 | 500D |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |