2006 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 320 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
