1998 BMW 318 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 734 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 318 | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |