2007 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1961 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Honda | Steyr |
Model | NSX | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1850 mm |