1995 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
