2005 BMW 645 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 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 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 645 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
