1980 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Seat 133

To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1976 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1980 BMW M5 1976 Seat 133
Make BMW Seat
Model M5 133
Year Released 1980 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3453 cc 843 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 218 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1391 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2030 mm