1979 BMW 732 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1979 BMW 732 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 1979 BMW 732. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 732 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
