1996 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 608 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 M3 (305 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | M3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
