1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 119 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 308 | Altea |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |