2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Maranello | 131 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
