1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 35 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, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 261 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Leon, 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 Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
