1976 Porsche 930 vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1976 Porsche 930 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 930 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 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 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 930 | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 930 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1950 mm |
