2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
