1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1988 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1988 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1988 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Seat Marbella | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Marbella | 535 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2968 mm |
