1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Porsche 911 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 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 | 1075 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2642 mm |