1984 BMW 725 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Because 1984 BMW 725 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 1984 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo, 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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 725 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |