1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Marcos 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Marcos | Porsche |
| Model | 1600 | 964 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2280 mm |
