1991 BMW M12 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | M12 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
