1998 Lotus 340 R vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus 340 R weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Lotus | Steyr |
| Model | 340 R | 700C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1950 mm |
