1999 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Steyr 500

To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Steyr 500 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.

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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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