1986 BMW 628 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1986 BMW 628 is newer by 23 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 930 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, 1986 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 628 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 628 | 700C |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
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 | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1950 mm |