1959 BMW 600 vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2480 mm |
