1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 636 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Porsche 911 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Porsche Seat
Model 911 Alhambra
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 86.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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