1988 BMW M5 vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | M5 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
