1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 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 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 212 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
