2006 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 35 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
