1965 Steyr 700C vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1990 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Steyr | Ford |
| Model | 700C | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3670 mm |
