1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131.
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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Z9 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
