1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 995 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Marcos | Acura |
| Model | 1800 | TL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
