2005 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
