2006 BMW 530 vs. 1970 Seat 600
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Seat 600. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 600.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1970 Seat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
