2007 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 330 | 700C |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |