1996 Seat Marbella vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Marbella | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Marbella | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3071 mm |