1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 933 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Camaro | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |