2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1961 Seat 600
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 600 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1961 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1961 Seat 600 | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | 600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |