1982 BMW 328 vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 16 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C.
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, 1982 BMW 328 (210 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1966 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1966 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 328 | 700C |
Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 20 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 540 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1950 mm |