2008 BMW X5 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
