2004 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1993 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1993 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
