1995 BMW 525 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 974 kg more than 1961 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, 1995 BMW 525 (285 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 525 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 525 | 600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |