2008 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 33 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 716 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
