1969 Seat 124 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
