2006 BMW 545 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 47 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 1390 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 545 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 545 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |