1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1963 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 968 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Porsche | Steyr |
Model | 968 | 500D |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2989 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |