1978 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 BMW 730.
Because 1978 BMW 730 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 1978 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 730 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
