1963 Steyr 700C vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Steyr 700C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Steyr 700C | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Steyr | Porsche |
| Model | 700C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |
