1977 BMW 732 vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 732 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
