1992 BMW 520 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1965 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 520 | 700C |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |