1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Camaro | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 16 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
