2008 BMW 750 vs. 1980 Seat 131
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 131 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1980 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1980 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 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 131. 2008 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1980 Seat 131 has manual transmission. 1980 Seat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 1980 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 750 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
