1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 1600 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |