1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1090 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.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (471 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1967 Marcos 1600 has manual transmission. 1967 Marcos 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
