1971 Seat 1430 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 1430 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 1430 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2933 mm |
