1997 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1966 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 318 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
