1992 BMW 320 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 320 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
