2009 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 10 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 875 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Formula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
