2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1973 Seat 124 | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Z4 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
