1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 816 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | 230 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1950 mm |
