1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1987 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1125 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK IX | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2170 mm |
