2007 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1969 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 330 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1510 mm |
