1983 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 18 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 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 450 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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 1983 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 316 | 700C |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1950 mm |