1996 BMW 840 vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 1995 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1995 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 840 | Marbella |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |