1999 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
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, 2010 Seat Leon, 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 730 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
