2007 BMW 320 vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 320 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1950 mm |
