1968 Steyr 700C vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 2316 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Steyr 700C 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Steyr Ford
Model 700C Crown Victoria
Year Released 1968 2008
Engine Size 643 cc 4605 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 24 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 3190 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 1950 mm 2920 mm