2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Z4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
