1987 BMW 320 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1987 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1976 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, 1987 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 320 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
