2009 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 325 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1950 mm |
