1999 BMW 740 vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1969 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1969 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 740 | 600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |