2004 BMW 118 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 118 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 118 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
