1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 2,551 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
