1957 Seat 600 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 1010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Seat 600 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 600 | 128 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2659 mm |