1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1996 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 752 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, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche Boxster | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Porsche | Steyr |
Model | Boxster | 650T |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1850 mm |