1953 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1965 Marcos 1800 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,713 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 255 S weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ferrari 255 S | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Marcos |
| Model | 255 S | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2713 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 27 L |
