1995 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
Because 1995 BMW 330 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 1995 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 330 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |