1996 BMW 735 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 735 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |