1971 BMW Touring vs. 1963 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 8 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 550 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1963 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | Touring | 500D |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
