1966 Fiat Dino vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Dino. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Dino | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Marcos |
| Model | Dino | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2300 mm |
