1963 Steyr 650T vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Steyr 650T | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Steyr | Porsche |
Model | 650T | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |