1996 BMW 528 vs. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, both 1996 BMW 528 and 1996 Seat Inca Kombi were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 BMW 528 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 1996 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Inca Kombi, 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Inca Kombi. 1996 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 BMW 528 1996 Seat Inca Kombi
Make BMW Seat
Model 528 Inca Kombi
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2793 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1105 kg


 

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