2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Express | 500D |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1850 mm |
