1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 634 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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
