1987 BMW 320 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 320 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
