1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 13 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 1060 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 2.8 | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1850 mm |