1950 Buick 40 vs. 1994 Seat Marbella

To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 Buick 40 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 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Buick 40 1994 Seat Marbella
Make Buick Seat
Model 40 Marbella
Year Released 1950 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4065 cc 903 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2170 mm


 

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