2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C.
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 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | Boxster | 700C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1950 mm |
