2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 2019 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.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | F-150 | 500D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 1850 mm |
