1996 BMW 528 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 22 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 730 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 528 | 131 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |