1988 Seat Marbella vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 25 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 775 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 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Seat Marbella | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Marbella | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |