1983 BMW 725 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600.
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, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 725 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 725 | 600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |