1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 46 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1125 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 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | 650T | 335 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2761 mm |
