1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1948 AC 2-Litre | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
Make | AC | Marcos |
Model | 2-Litre | TS500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2300 mm |