2000 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2000 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | M3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |