1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 40 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 400 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Marcos | Marcos |
| Model | 1800 | TSO |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
