1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1990 Seat Marbella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 170 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 250 LM | Marbella |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2170 mm |