1978 Seat 127 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2856 mm |
