2009 BMW 335 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 335 | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |