1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 26 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1400 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | 300 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |
