1981 BMW 528 vs. 1969 Seat 1500
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1969 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 528 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
