1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1969 BMW 2800 is newer by 4 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 834 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 2800 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
