1989 BMW 316 vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1989 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 316 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 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, 1989 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 316 | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 316 | 650T |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |