1969 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1091 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Seat 124 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3165 mm |
