1957 BMW 600 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 695 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 600 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |