2009 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1967 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 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | BMW | Steyr |
| Model | 330 | 700C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1950 mm |
