2008 BMW X3 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 37 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
