1989 BMW Z1 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 1989 BMW Z1 is newer by 25 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW Z1 weights approximately 675 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, 1989 BMW Z1 (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | Z1 | 600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |