1977 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
Because 1977 BMW 530 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 1977 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 1977 BMW 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea. 2005 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 530 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 530 | Altea |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |