2007 BMW 130 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 130 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1950 mm |
