1978 Seat 124 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1978 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2012 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2761 mm |
