1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 472 kg more than 1977 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 512 BB | 124 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1755 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 980 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 |
