1969 Seat 124 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 39 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 540 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
