1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 464 kg more than 1970 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 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 512 BB | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1197 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
