1963 Steyr 700C vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 811 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.
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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Steyr | Porsche |
| Model | 700C | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2416 mm |
