1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 1600 | 700C |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1950 mm |