1981 BMW 745 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 745 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
