1998 BMW 740 vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 740 | 133 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2030 mm |