1998 BMW 330 vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1963 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 330 | 650T |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |