2008 Honda NSX vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 906 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | NSX | 700C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1950 mm |
