2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Steyr 500

To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 42 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1958 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Commodore 1958 Steyr 500
Make Holden Steyr
Model Commodore 500
Year Released 2000 1958
Engine Size 3791 cc 493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 16 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 445 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 1850 mm