2009 BMW 320 vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 320 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1950 mm |
