1942 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1965 Marcos 1800 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1942 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1942 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 GAZ 10-73 | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | GAZ | Marcos |
| Model | 10-73 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
