1975 BMW 315 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 10 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 510 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, 1975 BMW 315 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 315 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 315 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
