1982 BMW 628 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1982 BMW 628 is newer by 23 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 628 weights approximately 1025 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, 1982 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 628 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 628 | 500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1850 mm |