2006 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Formula |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
