1961 BMW 700 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 700 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2430 mm |
