1963 Steyr 700C vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 48 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1870 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1963 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1963 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Steyr 700C | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Steyr | Ford |
Model | 700C | E-250 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3505 mm |