1991 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1991 BMW 730 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 730 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. 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, 1991 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 730 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 730 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
