2007 BMW 530 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1963 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
Make | BMW | Steyr |
Model | 530 | 700C |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1950 mm |