2003 Lexus IS vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 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, 2003 Lexus IS (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Lexus | Steyr |
| Model | IS | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |
