2008 BMW 523 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 51 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 1055 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500. 2008 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1957 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 523 | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |