2006 BMW 523 vs. 1963 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1963 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1963 Steyr 650T | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 523 | 650T |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 643 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |