2007 BMW 330 vs. 1966 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1966 Steyr 650T | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 330 | 650T |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1850 mm |