2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 911 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1850 mm |
