1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Toledo | 123 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
