1967 Honda S800 vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Honda S800 | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | S800 | TS500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 475 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |