1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo

To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Porsche 928 2012 Seat Exeo
Make Porsche Seat
Model 928 Exeo
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4661 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1772 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2642 mm


 

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