2006 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1976 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1976 Seat 131. 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1976 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
