1974 Seat 133 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Seat 133. 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 133 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 133 | Z3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |