2002 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 6 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1996 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1497 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 2002 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2002 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bugatti EB 118 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Bugatti | Seat |
| Model | EB 118 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2170 mm |
