2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T 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 330 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1965 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Porsche | Steyr |
| Model | 911 | 650T |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1850 mm |
