1980 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 27 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 164 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
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, 2007 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 628 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
