1998 BMW 740 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1979 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 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 740 | 124 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |