1965 Marcos 1800 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 875 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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2013 Porsche 911 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Marcos 1800 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Marcos | Porsche |
Model | 1800 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |