1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1990 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1990 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 600 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2710 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2170 mm |