1965 Steyr 650T vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1635 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | 650T | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3070 mm |
