1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1989 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | F355 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
