2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 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 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B3 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
