1968 Steyr 650T vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr 650T | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Steyr | Ford |
| Model | 650T | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
