2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 360 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
