1969 Seat 124 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 750 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Seat 124 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | 124 | 525 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |