2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 596 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1967 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 SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | SL | 650T |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 616 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1850 mm |