1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
Because 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 365 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, 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 365 BB (410 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 365 BB | Altea |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
