2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 1997 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 675 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 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 1997 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2170 mm |
