1991 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 318 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
