2005 BMW 530 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 530 | 124 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 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 |