1976 BMW 630 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 BMW 630 (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 630 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
