1974 Seat 1430 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Seat 1430 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 1430 | X5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
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 | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 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 | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2933 mm |