1961 Steyr 700C vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1961 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Steyr 700C | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | 700C | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2497 mm |
