2007 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1979 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
