1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1105 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | SL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
