1968 Seat 600 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1968 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1968 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Seat 600 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Seat | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3429 mm |
