1974 Seat 127 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127.
Because 2010 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 127 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 127 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
