1971 BMW 3 vs. 1966 Seat 1500
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1966 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1966 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 3 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
