1989 BMW 850 vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 26 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 95 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:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 850 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
