1973 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon.
Because 1973 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 525 | Leon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |