2000 BMW 730 vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 730 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1950 mm |
