1998 BMW 328 vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 1970 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 328 | 600 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |