1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 556 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 TVR Tuscan 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 2008 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Seat Marbella | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Marbella | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
