2000 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Seat 133
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 133 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1978 Seat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 325 | 133 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |