1998 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 325 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, 1998 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
