1965 Steyr 700C vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1275 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 700C | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | 700C | 3 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 | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2760 mm |
