1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1050 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Marcos 1800 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | 1800 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 100 L |
