2008 BMW 650 vs. 1959 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1959 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1959 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 650 | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |