1999 BMW 318 vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1966 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 (355 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 318 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
