1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 607 is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 915 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 1967 Marcos 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
