1996 BMW 530 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 19 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 535 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
