1970 Seat 124 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 854 kg more than 1970 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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Seat 124 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2761 mm |
