1964 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Seat Altea

To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 412 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1964 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Porsche 911 2008 Seat Altea
Make Porsche Seat
Model 911 Altea
Year Released 1964 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L


 

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