2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
