2005 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat Ronda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat Ronda would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 Seat Ronda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat Ronda. (91 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
