2004 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1962 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 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 318 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
