1994 BMW 735 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1994 BMW 735 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 735 (208 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 735 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 BMW 735 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 735 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 735 | 500D |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1850 mm |