2003 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1964 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 325 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
