2008 BMW 330 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1974 Seat 131. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
