2006 BMW 130 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 41 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 130 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
