2006 BMW 740 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1957 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 740 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |