2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1961 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 911 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1950 mm |
