1999 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 1999 BMW 730 and 1999 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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, 1999 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 730 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 730 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |