1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 2002 | 650T |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |