2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D.
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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | DrifterX | 500D |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 19 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1850 mm |
