1980 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1980 BMW 628 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 1980 BMW 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 628 | Leon |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |