2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500.
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 Mustang (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500. 2009 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Mustang | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1850 mm |
