2006 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 525 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 643 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |
