1988 BMW 524 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 25 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 815 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 524 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1950 mm |
