1970 Seat 600 vs. 2011 BMW M3

To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.

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