2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1963 Steyr 500D

To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D.

Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Buick Rendezvous 1963 Steyr 500D
Make Buick Steyr
Model Rendezvous 500D
Year Released 2006 1963
Engine Size 3491 cc 489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 1850 mm