1980 Seat Ritmo vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat Ritmo 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 248 more horse power than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 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, 1980 Seat Ritmo, 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat Ritmo. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1980 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Seat Ritmo | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
