1965 Steyr 700C vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 755 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Steyr | Porsche |
| Model | 700C | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2416 mm |
