1974 Seat 133 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 39 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1462 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.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 133 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
