1998 BMW V12 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1978 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | V12 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
