1993 BMW 840 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C

To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 28 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 1200 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.

Compare all specifications:

1993 BMW 840 1965 Steyr 700C
Make BMW Steyr
Model 840 700C
Year Released 1993 1965
Engine Size 3982 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 283 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 540 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3190 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 1950 mm