1972 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 124 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
