1996 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, 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, 2007 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 730 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 730 | Altea |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |