2008 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430.
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 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1489 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
