1962 Seat 600 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 49 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1630 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.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Seat 600 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 600 | 750 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3211 mm |