1992 BMW 850 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 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) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131.
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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 850 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
