1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Because 1998 BMW Pickster 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 1998 BMW Pickster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Pickster | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
