2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 46 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Audi | Steyr |
| Model | S4 | 500D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
