1979 Seat 133 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1979 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1487 kg more than 1979 Seat 133. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Seat 133 2013 BMW 7 Series
Make Seat BMW
Model 133 7 Series
Year Released 1979 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 843 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 55 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 2177 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 5214 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2134 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 3210 mm


 

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