2008 BMW 730 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1958 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 730 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 730 | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
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 | 254 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2010 mm |