1996 BMW 535 vs. 1976 Seat 133
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 133 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1976 Seat 133. 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 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1976 Seat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 535 | 133 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |