2008 BMW X5 vs. 1964 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1964 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1964 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1964 Seat 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
