2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1964 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Tahoe | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 489 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |