1979 Seat Ritmo vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat Ritmo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1979 Seat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo, 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat Ritmo. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat Ritmo. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1979 Seat Ritmo has manual transmission. 1979 Seat Ritmo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat Ritmo | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Ritmo | 325 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
