1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 308 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 308 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
