2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 781 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Silverado | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |