2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1960 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1960 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1960 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Pontiac | Steyr |
Model | Bonneville | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 19 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |