1973 Seat 1430 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 1430 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1436 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
