1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Because 1965 Marcos 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Marcos | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2737 mm |
