2007 BMW M vs. 1957 Seat 600

To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 910 kg more than 1957 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M 1957 Seat 600
Make BMW Seat
Model M 600
Year Released 2007 1957
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2010 mm