1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1966 Marcos 1500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Marcos 1500 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
