2009 BMW 325 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 325 | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |