1979 Seat 127 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 127 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1979 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1979 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 127 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2933 mm |
