1966 Marcos 1500 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1597 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 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1500 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | Passat |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |