2005 BMW 535 vs. 1967 Steyr 500
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 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 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 1205 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.
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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 1967 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 535 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |