2003 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 24 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 670 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
