2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
Model | V8 Vantage | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |