1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | S | 700C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1950 mm |
