1976 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Seat | Lexus |
| Model | 124 | GS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
