2009 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Seat 131
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 131 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 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Seat 131. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 131. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1974 Seat 131 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | 131 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
