1959 Marcos GT vs. 1969 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile 442 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Marcos GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Marcos GT would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1959 Marcos GT.
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:
1959 Marcos GT | 1969 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Marcos | Oldsmobile |
Model | GT | 442 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 6556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 394 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2850 mm |