2006 BMW 316 vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 42 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 965 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.
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 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 316 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1850 mm |
