2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1963 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | F-150 | 500D |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 1850 mm |