1999 BMW M28i vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 1999 BMW M28i and 1999 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW M28i 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 M28i. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba, 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 M28i (355 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW M28i | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | M28i | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |