1996 BMW M3 vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 1108 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | M3 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3001 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 | 305 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
