1983 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 10 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
