1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1989 Seat Marbella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 361 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 250 GT | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
