2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 673 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | Blackhawk | 500D |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 1850 mm |