1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1964 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1964 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 1964 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 968 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1950 mm |
