2007 BMW 335 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1962 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 335 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |