1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 38 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 550 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |