2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 1990 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 16 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1990 Seat Marbella. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1990 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 735 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 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Seat Marbella. (56 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 1990 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Cayman | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
