2005 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 535 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 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo, 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 535 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2642 mm |
