2007 BMW X3 vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
