1979 Seat 124 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Seat 124 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | 124 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1917 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2968 mm |
