1959 Steyr 500 vs. 2011 BMW 550

To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1959 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.

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