1973 Steyr Haflinger vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Steyr Haflinger | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Steyr | BMW |
| Model | Haflinger | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 641 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2670 mm |
