2006 BMW M3 vs. 1974 Seat 133
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1974 Seat 133 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | M3 | 133 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |