1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 510 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 2011 BMW 1 Series 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 2011 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Cordoba | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2659 mm |
