2009 BMW 135 vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 135 | Tango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
