1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 16 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 485 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 1602 | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |