1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 538 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 2004 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
