1985 Seat Malaga vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Malaga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Malaga would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Seat Malaga, 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga. 2011 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1985 Seat Malaga has manual transmission. 1985 Seat Malaga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Seat Malaga | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Malaga | 730 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
