1962 Seat 600 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1962 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 600 | 735 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2940 mm |