1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Marcos 1600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2110 mm |
