1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 32 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1959 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
Model | V8 Zagato | 500D |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |