2003 BMW Z4 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2003 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | Z4 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |
