2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1964 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 650T. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1964 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1964 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | C | 650T |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |
