1987 Seat Marbella vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 26 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1070 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Seat Marbella | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Seat | Infiniti |
Model | Marbella | M |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |