2009 BMW 635 vs. 1959 Steyr 500

To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 1280 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, 2009 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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