1993 Seat Marbella vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1993 Seat Marbella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Aston Martin DB6 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 1968 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Seat Marbella | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
Model | Marbella | DB6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |