1981 BMW 528 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C

To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1965 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.

Compare all specifications:

1981 BMW 528 1965 Steyr 700C
Make BMW Steyr
Model 528 700C
Year Released 1981 1965
Engine Size 2788 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 181 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 1950 mm


 

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