1991 BMW 518 vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1963 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, 1991 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 518 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |
