1968 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr Haflinger. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Steyr Haflinger | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | Haflinger | 535 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 3071 mm |
