1998 BMW 323 vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1966 Steyr 500. 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 323 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1850 mm |
