2004 BMW 545 vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 35 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), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 850 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 545 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
