2005 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 525 | 1430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |