1999 BMW 318 vs. 1964 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1964 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 318 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
