1997 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 146 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
Because 1997 BMW M3 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 1997 BMW M3. 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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | M3 | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |