2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 781 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Corvette | 500D |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |