2007 BMW 318 vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. 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, 2007 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1969 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 318 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 47 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |