1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 911 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1850 mm |
