1998 Bentley Continental vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 Bentley Continental is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Continental | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Continental | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2430 mm |
