1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO

To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 222 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Austin-Healey 100 2005 Marcos TSO
Make Austin-Healey Marcos
Model 100 TSO
Year Released 1953 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2660 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 400 HP
Torque 144 Nm 534 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 92 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 948 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2290 mm


 

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