2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 671 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Mustang | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |