2004 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 834 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
