2005 BMW 330 vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1961 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 330 (290 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 330 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
