2004 Lexus SC vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 995 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Lexus | Steyr |
| Model | SC | 500D |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1850 mm |
