2008 Bentley Azure vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 13 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 2015 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 2008 Bentley Azure 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 2008 Bentley Azure. 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella. 2008 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1995 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1995 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Azure | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Azure | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2170 mm |
