2007 BMW 645 vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1997 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 645 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 2007 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 645 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1815 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |
