1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 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 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1065 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Steyr | Porsche |
| Model | 650T | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 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 | 40 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2350 mm |
