2007 BMW 645 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 645 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 2007 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 645 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
