1993 Porsche 993 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. 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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 993 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Porsche | Steyr |
Model | 993 | 500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 1850 mm |