2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 40 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |