1949 Bristol 400 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 400 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Bristol 400 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 1949 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, 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, 1949 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 400 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 400 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |