1988 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (168 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 460 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, 1988 BMW 525 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
