2009 BMW 525 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 770 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
