1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1398 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.
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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2012 Buick Enclave 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. 2012 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Marcos | Buick |
| Model | 1800 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 83 L |
