2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1987 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1987 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1987 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-350 | Marbella |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2170 mm |