1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 41 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 1130 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2008 Maserati Coupe 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. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Marcos | Maserati |
| Model | 1600 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |
