1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Seat | Ferrari |
Model | Alhambra | 599 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |