1967 Steyr 650T vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Steyr 650T | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Steyr | Porsche |
| Model | 650T | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
