2001 BMW 745 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 745 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
