1983 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 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 |
