2009 BMW M6 vs. 1962 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Seat 600 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1962 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1962 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1962 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | M6 | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |