2007 BMW 130 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 130 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |