2007 BMW 130 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 130 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
