1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Porsche 356 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 356 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1950 mm |
