1995 Honda NSX vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 33 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 900 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | NSX | 500D |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |