2009 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Ibiza, 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
