1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1540 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1966 Marcos 1500 has manual transmission. 1966 Marcos 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1500 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
