1999 BMW 845 vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1999 BMW 845 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 845 | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 845 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1510 mm |
