1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Steyr 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Steyr |
Model | Silhouette | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 489 cc |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |