1975 BMW 316 vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 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 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 316 | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 316 | 500 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |