1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 650T | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Steyr | BMW |
Model | 650T | 320 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |