2000 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
