1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1962 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | Dinan | 500D |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 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 |
