2005 BMW 325 vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1967 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 325 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
