2005 BMW 535 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 34 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 800 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 535 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
