1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1997 Seat Marbella is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jaguar MK II 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 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | MK II | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |
