2008 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 29 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1174 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, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
