1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Steyr | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 650T | C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
