2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 2350 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | C | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
