1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1115 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Mustang | 650T |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |