2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Thunderbird | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
