2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1960 Steyr 500
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1960 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1960 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 Nissan 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1960 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | 370Z | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
