1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 38 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR T 350 weights approximately 334 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Marcos 1800 | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Marcos | TVR |
Model | 1800 | T 350 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |