2003 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1975 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
