2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 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), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1235 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Expedition | 500D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |
