1960 Seat 600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 920 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Seat 600 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
