1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 830 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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2010 Lexus IS 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. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Marcos | Lexus |
| Model | 1800 | IS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
