1975 Seat 124 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1736 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Seat 124 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Seat | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 124 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3820 mm |
