1957 BMW 502 vs. 1957 Seat 600

To start off, both 1957 BMW 502 and 1957 Seat 600 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1957 BMW 502 1957 Seat 600
Make BMW Seat
Model 502 600
Year Released 1957 1957
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2010 mm


 

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