2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Marbella weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2002 Donkervoort D8 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 2002 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Seat |
| Model | D8 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
