1992 BMW 850 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 850 | 600 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |