1982 BMW 318 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1957 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 318 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 318 | 500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |