2001 BMW 745 vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 745 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
