1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 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 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 308 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |