1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1989 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1989 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1989 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 961 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 Maranello 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 Maranello. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1989 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | Maranello | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
