1987 BMW 324 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1987 BMW 324 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 1987 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba, 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 324 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 324 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |