2006 BMW 130 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 130 | 500D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
