1971 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1971 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1971 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Steyr Haflinger | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | Haflinger | 330 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2770 mm |
