1997 BMW 850 vs. 1970 Seat 124
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1970 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 850 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
