1992 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 33 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 1210 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 740 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 740 | 500D |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |