1988 BMW 730 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1988 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 730 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1967 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, 1988 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 730 | 650T |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1850 mm |