1971 Seat 124 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
