1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1962 Steyr 650T is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1962 Steyr 650T. 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Jaguar | Steyr |
Model | Mark IV | 650T |
Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 1850 mm |