1972 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 124 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Seat | Porsche |
Model | 124 | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2360 mm |