1983 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1983 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 320 weights approximately 605 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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 320 | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |