2008 BMW 330 vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1150 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, 2008 BMW 330 (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 330 | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |