1977 BMW 628 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1977 BMW 628 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600.
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, 1977 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 628 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 628 | 600 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |