1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | S | 650T |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
