1974 Buick GS vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 9 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 1130 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | GS | 650T |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |