1991 Seat Marbella vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1991 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Marbella. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Marbella | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Marbella | 530 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2890 mm |
