1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 Seat Marbella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 411 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2170 mm |
