1976 Seat 131 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (216 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Seat 131. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (178 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Seat 131 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 131 | 125 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |