1976 Seat 124 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1090 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Seat 124 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| 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 | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3165 mm |
