2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 819 kg more than 1958 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | Z4 | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |