2007 BMW 550 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1963 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 550 | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |