1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 698 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
