1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 34 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1314 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | 280 | 500D |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 1850 mm |