2007 BMW 325 vs. 1966 Steyr 500
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1966 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 325 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
